Flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Portland Airport (PDX): what you need to know
The timezone in Portland is UTC-8, which is ten hours behind Helsinki.
To ensure you get on your HEL to PDX flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like September, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Portland Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between HEL and PDX:
Los Angeles International Airport
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Portland Airport (PDX)
$553 is currently the best price for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Portland Airport flight. Return flights start from $730. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from HEL to PDX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Portland Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from HEL to PDX.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Portland Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from HEL arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is around 18 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near HEL? If you're catching an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Portland Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Portland Airport (PDX)
Book a hotel close to PDX if you're on a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Portland Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Portland Airport rental car and discover Portland and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Budget and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Portland Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Portland Airport (PDX) to central Portland
The address for PDX is 7000 NE Airport Way.
From Portland Airport, Portland is approximately 19 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center driving.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Portland Airport (PDX)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Portland Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Portland. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Portland Airport for August if you'd like to explore Portland during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HEL to PDX sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Portland. Around 241 kilometers away to the north, top sights here include Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline.
Around 467 kilometers north-east of Portland, Spokane is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.